Benefits:

Bonus opportunities

Community outreach opportunities

Paid time off

Training & development

401(k) matching

Health insurance

The Goddard School of Fairfield Fairfield, NJ

Pay: $23.00 per hour Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–5:30 PM Benefits: Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Childcare Discount, Professional Development Opportunities, Supportive Leadership Team

About Us:

The Goddard School of Fairfield is a nationally recognized early childhood education program serving children from infancy through Pre-K. We are proud recipients of numerous system-wide recognitions, including Circle of Excellence status, Cognia Accreditation, and being ranked among the top-performing Goddard Schools in the country.

Unlike many schools, our owner and leadership team are actively involved in the daily operations of the school. Our collaborative leadership team includes an On-Site Owner, Executive Director, Assistant Directors, and classroom leadership who work together to support children, families, and faculty.

We are seeking an organized, detail-oriented, and relationship-focused Assistant Director to join our leadership team.

Position Overview

The Assistant Director plays a critical role in supporting the daily operations of the school while helping maintain excellence in curriculum implementation, compliance, family communication, and faculty support. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys balancing administrative responsibilities with hands-on involvement in classrooms and staff coaching.

Responsibilities

Educational Leadership

Review and provide feedback on lesson plans

Support implementation of The Goddard School's Wonder of Learning® curriculum

Conduct classroom observations and provide coaching to teachers

Monitor classroom quality and educational best practices

Assist with curriculum displays and learning documentation

Quality Assurance & Compliance

Conduct health and safety audits

Support licensing compliance and quality assurance initiatives

Monitor classroom environments and documentation

Maintain incident and illness logs

Assist with emergency drills and safety procedures

Ensure compliance boards and required postings remain current

Faculty Support

Provide coaching and mentoring to teachers

Assist with onboarding and training of new employees

Support classroom management and behavior guidance strategies

Help maintain positive staff morale and school culture

Serve as a resource for faculty throughout the day

Qualifications

Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Education, or related field preferred

CDA or equivalent credentials considered

Minimum 3 years of experience in an early childhood setting

Prior leadership, supervisory, or management experience preferred

Strong organizational and communication skills

Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment

Positive, professional, and team-oriented mindset

Familiarity with licensing regulations and quality standards preferred

What Makes This Position Unique?

Work alongside an experienced and highly involved leadership team

Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on children, families, and faculty

Professional growth and leadership development opportunities

Supportive school culture focused on collaboration and excellence

Balance of administrative leadership and classroom engagement

If you are passionate about early childhood education, enjoy supporting teachers, and thrive in a collaborative leadership environment, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today and help us continue providing an exceptional experience for children, families, and faculty at The Goddard School of Fairfield.

Qualifications:

Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Education, or a related field

At least 3 years of experience teaching in early childhood education

Strong knowledge of child development, early learning best practices, team leadership and classroom management

Excellent communication, organizational and problem-solving skills

A genuine love for children and commitment to providing high-quality education

Must pass required state background checks and meet state minimum education, experience and credential requirements

*Wonder of Learning® is our exclusive education program designed to embrace how children learn best — through play and curiosity. Our curriculum is designed to make learning enjoyable while instilling vital 21st-century skills such as teamwork, problem-solving and social-emotional relationships.

Each Goddard School location is privately owned and operated by Goddard Franchisor LLC franchisees. The Goddard School franchise owner(s) are the employers at each school, and the franchise owner(s) set their own wage and benefit programs, which vary by location.